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Why is a balanced and healthy diet important?

Eating a healthy, balanced diet is an important part of maintaining good health, and can help you feel your best. 

Eating well will help you feel more dynamic, less tired or lethargic and will keep you in good health.

Not sure how to eat healthily?

The NHS have clear guidelines which explain what you need to eat for a healthy diet.

Lack of idea and money?

The BBC have plenty of healthy recipes to share to eat well without breaking your budget.

Vegan or vegetarian?

The NHS offers useful guidelines on how to eat a balanced diet. The Vegan Society has many recipes and also advises on keeping a low budget. Visit the Vegetarian Society for further recipes and information. 

Related articles on food & healthy eating

The Guardian - Student food shopping: top tips for staying healthy on a budget

The Guardian - Veganism on a student budget

MSN - 12 myths and benefits of a vegan diet

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